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L. An estimate of how many community members would agree that their
conflict resolution system: is successful in dealing with difficult peoplesituations
x all - very few exceptions 4 most 3 some 1 fewnone -1 safeguards human rights
x all - very few exceptions 4 most 3 some 1 fewnone -1 promotes equality and social justice
x all - very few exceptions 4 most 3 some 1 fewnone -1
3. Social Sustainability Total: 58
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Social Checklist 5 5. Education
A. Education and learning are valued in the community as demonstrated by the following: Check as many as apply -
x mentoring, internships andor apprenticeship offered by those with special skillsexpertise 3
x community gatherings for information exchange and group learning 3 community gatherings to discuss and learn from issues and mistakes and
make changes toimprove what is not working well 3 x the input and contributions of community elders are sought and
respected 3 x including children in work and community activities of all kinds 3
x parent involvement in their childrens educational process 3 learners determining the focus and content of their educational programs
3 no or low drop out rate of children from their educational system 3
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other 1 point for each - describe:
B. Educational opportunities appropriate to the community are available and accessible within the community or bioregion, including: Check as many as
apply - Early education pre-school learning activities 2
Basic education 2 x Vocationallivelihood skills training 2
Formalhigher education college 2 Special interest workshopsseminarsgroup programs 2
x Wholesome programsactivities for youth, outside of school 2 x Life experience learning opportunities 2
other 1 point for each – describe
Education opportunities are available to all age groups: in the community
x yes 10 no -1 in the bioregion x yes 5 no -5 The extent to which educational systems and teaching methods: honor and
support individual differences of learners talents, aptitudes, interests limits, etc.
great 6 x somewhat 3 in small part 1 not at all -2 promote individual self-realization
great 6 x somewhat 3 in small part 1 not at all -2 promote cooperative interdependence and community building skills
x great 6 somewhat 3 in small part 1 not at all -2
5. Education Total: 51
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6. Health Care
